The DVM Class of 2021 voted for the recipients of the Zoetis Distinguished Teaching Award, the Wescott Awards for Excellence in Clinical Teaching, the Pre-Clinical Teaching Awards, and the Jerry Newbrey Teaching Awards.
Zoetis Distinguished Teacher Award
Dr. Sarah Guess
Internal Medicine, Veterinary Teaching Hospital
The award goes to a teacher who, through their ability, dedication, character, and leadership, has contributed significantly to the advancement of the veterinary profession, as well as to student education. Award recipients from each veterinary college in the United States can be nominated for the national Zoetis Distinguished Veterinary Teaching Award.
Richard Wescott Clinical Teaching Award
Started in 1994 to honor Dr. Richard Wescott, a much-loved teacher and former associate dean of the college, the Wescott Awards recognize those who provide outstanding teaching and mentoring during clinical rotations.
This year’s faculty recipients
Dr. Sarah Guess
Dr. Ashley Hannah
Dr. Jenifer Gold
Dr. Ahmed Tibary
Agricultural Animal & Equine
Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Dr. Lais Malavasi
Dr. Rance Sellon
Small Animal Internal Medicine
Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Veterinary technicians
Connie Fraser
Eva Downs
Marsha Ginther
Excellence in Pre-clinical Teaching
The Excellence in Pre-Clinical Teaching Awards recognize instructors before clinical rotations begin. This year’s recipients are Dr. Steve Lampa (WSU), Dr. Becky Mattix (Montana State University), and Dr. Heloisa Rutigliano (Utah State University).
Dr. Steve Lampa
Integrative Physiology & Neuroscience
Jerry Newbrey Teaching Award
Dr. Jerry Newbrey was an exceptional and much beloved professor who taught anatomy and histology at the WSU College of Veterinary Medicine until he died in a tragic mountaineering accident. Jerry was passionate about students and teaching. He was infamous for his creativity in the classroom and unforgettable sense of humor. Jerry left his mark on all who knew him – students, colleagues, and the college. This award was initiated after his untimely death to honor his memory and to recognize an increased number of College of Veterinary Medicine faculty who provide excellent teaching in WSU’s pre-clinical DVM curriculum.
Dr. Andy Allen
Veterinary Medicine Extension
Dr. Gary Haldorson
Veterinary Microbiology & Pathology
Dr. Steve Lampa
Integrative Physiology & Neuroscience
Dr. Pete Meighan
Integrative Physiology & Neuroscience
Dr. Thomas Wilkinson
Diagnostic Imaging, Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Dr. Annie Chen-Allen
Neurology, Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Dr. Ashley Hanna
Diagnostic Imaging, Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Dr. Lais Malavasi
Anesthesiology, Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Dr. Leslie Sprunger
Integrative Physiology & Neuroscience
Dr. Sarah Guess
Internal Medicine, Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Dr. Steve Hines
Veterinary Microbiology & Pathology
Dr. John Mattoon
Diagnostic Imaging, Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Dr. Kyle Taylor
Veterinary Microbiology & Pathology
Outstanding House Officer of the Year
Based on excellence in teaching, mentoring, and demonstrating compassion for clients and patients, the DVM Class of 2021 selected Dr. Carlos Valerio Lopez as the Outstanding House Officer of the Year.